Buckingham Palace has announced that Prince Harry will attend his father's coronation as the new King, which is set to take place on May 6 at Westminster Abbey. However, the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, will not be in attendance and will remain in California with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The decision for Meghan to stay in the US has caused some controversy, with many accusing her of snubbing the monarch and the royal family. However, the Palace's statement did not provide any explanation for her absence.
It is worth noting that May 6 is Prince Archie's fourth birthday, which could be a reason for Meghan's decision to stay home with their children.
This news comes after Prince Harry's recent revelations about his strained relationship with the royal family in his Netflix documentary and autobiography. Despite this, he will still be attending the coronation alongside his stepmother, the Queen Consort.
The coronation of a new King is a historic event, and the absence of the Duchess of Sussex will undoubtedly be seen as a significant move by the public and the media. However, it remains to be seen how this decision will affect the couple's relationship with the royal family in the long term.